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Big Squaw Snow Forecast - 16th May 2026

Big Squaw Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 16 May 2026 18:11 IST

Snow Forecast for Big Squaw

Snow and Weather from 16 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Big Squaw Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Big Squaw?

Big Squaw Snow Forecast Highlights - GFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (709m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Big Squaw.

Forecast for today in Big Squaw

Max 23℃
Min 9℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ to daytime highs around 23℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
16

Snow unlikely

FairCloudClearClear

Fair, cloudy, clear sky later.

Forecast times for Big Squaw are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Big Squaw from OpenMeteo(GFS)
Sat
16
Sun
17
Mon
18
Tue
19
Wed
20
Thu
21
Fri
22
WindSW F2SW F3SW F3NW F3NW F3
975m
19℃
Clear
16℃
Fair
15℃
Cloud
24℃
Cloud
22℃
Lt Drizzle
11℃
Cloud
11℃
Cloud
SW F2SW F3SW F3NW F3NW F3
709m
21℃
Clear
17℃
Fair
17℃
Cloud
26℃
Cloud
24℃
Lt Drizzle
12℃
Cloud
13℃
Cloud
SW F2SW F3SW F3NW F3NW F3
442m
23℃
Clear
19℃
Fair
19℃
Cloud
28℃
Cloud
25℃
Lt Drizzle
14℃
Cloud
15℃
Cloud
Snow Line
Max Town23℃19℃19℃28℃25℃14℃15℃
Min Town9℃5℃3℃7℃6℃3℃1℃

This table shows the average forecast snowfall, the maximum temperature, and expected general weather at resort, lower and upper mountain levels. For daily forecast details, see below.

Snow Reliability

Big Squaw enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snowfall of 150 inches per season and snow depths reaching up to 60 inches. For the latest snow information, visit J2Ski for updates.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Big Squaw

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Big Squaw, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Big Squaw, but like any mountain, snow conditions change throughout the season, from day to day, and even from hour to hour.

Whether you’re sticking to the marked pistes or venturing off-piste, here’s what you need to know:

Pistes (Groomers) or Off-Piste

These can be a world apart, regarding snow conditions, even ignoring the difference between the natural terrain features to be found off-piste and the generally controlled surfaces and slopes of a pisted (groomed) run.

  • Piste Conditions can range from fresh powder to firm, icy surfaces, particularly after warm spells or a busy day on the mountain with the passage of many skiers.
  • Off-Piste Conditions are far more variable. Wind and sun can quickly transform fresh snow into wind crust or slushy layers, whilst cold weather can preserve stashes of powder many days after a snowfall.

WARNING - skiing off-piste (out-of-bounds) at Big Squaw is not always controlled (slopes made safe from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, ski with safety kit (and know how to use it), and never ski alone.

Analyzing Weather and Snowfall Forecasts

Whilst no forecast can tell you exactly how snow conditions in Big Squaw will develop, checking the forecast regularly should give you an idea of what to expect.

New snowfall can bring fresh powder and refresh the surfaces of pisted runs. Powder can be tracked out quickly at busy times, but in less crowded and shaded areas, fresh snow can linger for days.

Changes in weather conditions, such as milder temperatures, rain or wind, can degrade snow quality. Conversely, cold, stable weather can preserve conditions for extended periods.

Predicting Future Snow Quality

Regularly check our snow and weather forecasts for Big Squaw for changes that may affect snow quality. Forecast snowfall depth and recent snowfall are good indicators of what to expect.

Use historical data and recent snow reports to understand past snow conditions and anticipate future changes.